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William D. Mayo
William D. Mayo graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science degree, completed the executive education program at Tuck Business School, Dartmouth College, and earned a master’s degree in English Studies from Bradley University. He served nine years in the U.S. Navy and retired as a vice president from Caterpillar Inc. after almost thirty years.
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